2016 Kia Sorento vs 2016 Mazda CX-9
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Kia Sorento | 2016 Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,249 | 104 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 274 | 612 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 29 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 49 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–24 | 23–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,000 mi | 40,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sorento | Mazda CX-9 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 694 | 65 |
| Power Train | 124 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 107 | 14 |
| Structure | 110 | 4 |
| Steering | 80 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 67 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 62 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 53 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 133 | 7 |
| Stalling | 119 | 10 |
| Oil consumption | 91 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 81 | 7 |
| Overheating | 71 | 37 |
| Clunking / rattling | 59 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 32 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 28 | 0 |
2016 Kia Sorento
2016 Mazda CX-9
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.